Crane Valley Golf Club
3.7
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Course Information
Crane Valley Golf Club, Dorset has 27 holes, the 18 hole, par 72 (6412 yard) Valley Course & 9 hole, par 66 (4106 yard) Woodland Course. A private, parkland golf course designed by Donald Steel, 1992.
27 holes | Par Valley Course 72; Woodland Course 66 | Valley Course 6412; Woodland Course 4106 yards | Private | Parkland
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Address: The Clubhouse, Verwood, Dorset, BH31 7LE United Kingdom
Tel: 01202 814088
Golf Pro: Darrel Ranson | Tel: 01202 814088
Website: http://www.crane-valley.co.uk
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We do not accept 2-4-1 vouchers until after 12 Noon
Midweek Guide: £25.00 per round *
Weekend Guide: £30.00 per round *
- Societies Accepted to Play
- Society Deals Available
- Voucher Deals Available
- 7 Day Membership Available
Restrictions: Maximum Handicap No Restriction
* Any prices shown are guide prices, please confirm with the course prior to booking.
Tee Time Information
Midweek Guide: £25.00 per round *
Weekend Guide: £30.00 per round *
* Any prices shown are guide prices, please confirm with the course prior to booking.
Review Information
GOLFSHAKE RATING
3.72
AVERAGE RATING 3.9
(based on 200 reviews)
5 star
52
4 star
94
3 star
42
2 star
7
1 star
5
HIGHLY RATED
95%
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Andy P rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 11 2016
Took advantage of the early evening deal £12.50 after 4pm which was a bargain. The course is in very good condition and is fairly wide and flat so suits most golfers.
(Round played: Jul 2016 - Score: 84 Handicap: 13.1)
(Round played: Jul 2016 - Score: 84 Handicap: 13.1)
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Neville S rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Mar 16 2014
There's a lot to like about Crane Valley, especially if you like the fairways to be more on the generous side. Not that this is an easy 18, with a few of the greens protected by streams. The pick of the holes is probably the par 5 17th, with narrowing landing areas, and OB tight left as you approach the green. The short par 3 6th, with a stream running to the front and left, should also get a mention though.
The greens and fairways were in good condition, especially the greens, although the wet winter has left most bunkers pretty bare of sand. I heard that those were due to be repaired very soon though.
The clubhouse sits at the top of the hill looking down onto the course, and on a warm sunny day, such as on the day I played here, it's a perfect place to relax after your round.
Well worth a visit.
(Round played: Mar 2014 - Score: 97 Handicap: 18.3)
The greens and fairways were in good condition, especially the greens, although the wet winter has left most bunkers pretty bare of sand. I heard that those were due to be repaired very soon though.
The clubhouse sits at the top of the hill looking down onto the course, and on a warm sunny day, such as on the day I played here, it's a perfect place to relax after your round.
Well worth a visit.
(Round played: Mar 2014 - Score: 97 Handicap: 18.3)
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Nathan Donald rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Feb 11 2014
Overall, a good course with a couple of really interesting and fun water holes. Greens can be cut a little too short in summer making it difficult to stop a ball that has pitched on. Staff always friendly. Have experienced slow play on many an occasion, so a little more firm but friendly marshalling needed.
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Duncan D rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 23 2013
Greens were in excellent condition. However the recent rain will not help the course conditions. Check out trolley restrictions before travelling.
(Round played: Oct 2013 - Score: 85 Handicap: )
(Round played: Oct 2013 - Score: 85 Handicap: )
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Andy P rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed Feb 2 2022
February 2nd
So, I was a full member here for about 3/4 years - lovely people play here, great staff etc but in the last year or so something seems to be terribly wrong with the greens. I love a putt or three so greens are very high on my wish list - so I'm afraid Crane Valley is out of bounds for the foreseeable.In addition it appears many members/visitors are illiterate as cannot read large signs placed around course to guide trolleys away from wet areas that need protection.
Huge pitchmark left by group before on 6th tee, maybe they were so proud of being so close they left it for us to see.
Some temp tee boxes but while badly needed tee reconstruction underway but they are too small. On 15th - driver is needed and there really is not enough room to let the big dog out unless you are adept at playing with heels in mid air.
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Phil D rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Feb 1 2022
Refurbished club and course
Played this course several times over the years but it has recently been taken over by a new company who have spent a lot of money redesigning the course (new bunkers and lake) all bunkers have been updated too. The clubhouse has also had a makeover, there is no pro shop as you would usually find, check in is at the bar where you can purchase the usual small items.The course is of two halves, one with trees lining many holes the second nine more open. A good test of golf, worth a visit, I will be back
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Brian R rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 28 2016
Crane was looking good in the sunshine with the Fairways and Green's in great condition, some straight holes mixed with the difficult ones make for an interesting round for the mid to high handicaps.
Great afternoon out.
(Round played: Jul 2016 - Score: 109 Handicap: 25.4)
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Philip M rated 2 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 8 2016
Disappointing. At the time the green keepers were heavily cutting the rough, grass cuttings were across fairways and fringes of greens so the ball was frequently slowed.
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Miles W rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Jun 9 2015
Nice clubhouse and facilities. Course quite immature. Many holes were 'field like'. Bunkers needed more sand. Too many overhead cables. Greens good - fast and undulating.
(Round played: Jun 2015 - Score: 103 Handicap: )
(Round played: Jun 2015 - Score: 103 Handicap: )
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David M rated 3 out of 5
Reviewed Oct 13 2014
Good course however it could really do with some yard markers to show 150 yards to go etc. Also some of the tees are astroturf which isnt very nice to tee off from in my opinion.
(Round played: Oct 2014 - Score: 89 Handicap: 26.1)
(Round played: Oct 2014 - Score: 89 Handicap: 26.1)
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Stephen W rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Aug 30 2014
Very nice course, although I will need to play again as I had a terrible round 
Fairways were in excellent condition, the greens were super-fast but a few had some small divots and bumps, some very nice green designs though with plenty of slopes and undulations, plus well positioned mounds, bunkers and water hazards guarding them.
Front 9 is quite flat but the back 9 got tiring having to haul my trolley up the hills, hiring a cart would be well worth it.
Looking forward to the next time now that I know the layout.
(Round played: Aug 2014 - Score: 128 Handicap: 19.5)
Fairways were in excellent condition, the greens were super-fast but a few had some small divots and bumps, some very nice green designs though with plenty of slopes and undulations, plus well positioned mounds, bunkers and water hazards guarding them.
Front 9 is quite flat but the back 9 got tiring having to haul my trolley up the hills, hiring a cart would be well worth it.
Looking forward to the next time now that I know the layout.
(Round played: Aug 2014 - Score: 128 Handicap: 19.5)
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Andy P rated 4 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 22 2014
Nice flat course which will suit the higher handicappers amongst us, but beware the short par 3 sixth over the stream as it can be a round wrecker. The course is in excellent condition and is well worth playing if you are in the area and cant afford to play Remedy Oak!!!!!
(Round played: Jul 2014 - Score: 86 Handicap: 11.5)
(Round played: Jul 2014 - Score: 86 Handicap: 11.5)
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Robert D rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Jul 24 2013
Played last week when it was very hot, and Course Marshall came round the with drinks, a good idea in that heat. Greens are running fast and true. The guys in the pro shop were friendly, and gave us vouchers for discounts in the bar. RESULT!!!
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Gary J rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 28 2013
surperb layout, picturesque, perfect for all handicaps, great facilities.
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Gary J rated 5 out of 5
Reviewed Apr 22 2013
Excellent lay out, for all levels of golfer, great facilities, re; shop, bar and changing rooms, also offers nine holes course and range to warm up before round.
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